Scientists worldwide must serve humanity and the health of the planet, which means they must also propose viable solutions to problems and persuade government leaders and policymakers to implement them, Pope Francis said.
A Johannesburg priest has published his first book of poetry — and had a world-famous singer write a foreword to it.
Church / Eucharist / Sacraments
by Caleb SC · Published November 12, 2018 · Last modified November 9, 2018
Corpus Christi parish in Wynberg, Cape Town, celebrated the First Communion of 2018 candidates. They are seen with (back from left) Deacon Lionel Cooper; Fr Camilo Simoes SAC, the Pallottine provincial visiting from India;...
Life is for loving, not amassing possessions, Pope Francis said. In fact, the true meaning and purpose of wealth is to use it to lovingly serve others and promote human dignity,
For Holy Land Christians, St Paul VI left behind a legacy of Catholic institutions to serve and strengthen the community.
Fr Chris Chatteris (right) with plumbers Dave Borthwick (centre) and DJ Dyantyi beside the pressure pump of the newly installed groundwater system for flushing the toilets at St Francis Xavier Seminary in Cape Town....
Holy Rosary Primary School in Edenvale, Johannesburg, performed A Magic Carpet Ride — a modern spin on Aladdin. Seen (from left) are visual arts teacher Monica Baart, Kiana da Silva, Emily Roeloefsz, Erin Buffey,...
Charity / Christian Living / Church / Schools
by Caleb SC · Published November 1, 2018 · Last modified October 29, 2018
The Catholic Board of Education proposed an initiative to raise awareness and funds for underprivileged Catholic schools around South Africa. Students at Marist Brothers Linmeyer in Johannesburg were asked to come to school in...
Christians reveal their faith not by spewing superfluous words about Jesus but by having a genuine experience of his love despite their sins, Pope Francis said. People who truly know Christ must ask him...
Bishops / Pope Francis / Synod
by Caleb SC · Published October 27, 2018 · Last modified October 26, 2018
The more than 250 Catholic bishops from around the world meeting at the Vatican in October missed an opportunity to confront the global sex abuse crisis, said Archbishop Charles J. Chaput of Philadelphia. “I...
Christian Living / Marriage / Pope Francis
by Caleb SC · Published October 26, 2018 · Last modified October 25, 2018
Every heart longs for unconditional love and fidelity, Pope Francis said. “Christ reveals authentic love,” the pope said during his weekly general audience. “He is the faithful friend who welcomes us even when we...
Staff Reporter & Cindy Wooden – Cardinal Wilfrid Napier has hailed Pope Francis’ genius in following the two synods of bishops on the family with the current one on youth. The cardinal-archbishop of Durban said...
